Red Blood Cell Transfusions May Have the Stongest Analgesic Effect during Acute Painful Crises in Sickle Cell Diseases
1. Abstract 1.1. Background: The hardened red blood cells (RBC)-induced capillary endothelial damage, inflammation, edema, and fibrosis are initiated at birth, and terminate with disseminated tissue hypoxia, acute painful crises, multiorgan failures, and sudden death even at childhood in the sickle cell diseases (SCD).
Glaucoma-Silent Thief of Sight, a Study on Prevalence and Risk Factors among Adult Patients Attending Ophthalmology Department in a Tertiary Care Hospital
1. Abstract 1.1. Background: Globally, glaucoma is the second leading cause of blindness, next to cataract. As per American academy of ophthalmology study 2014, it was estimated that 76 million people worldwide would suffer from glaucoma by 2020, and it is expected that by 2040 that number will increase to 111.8 million.
Occupational Lead Poisoning in Patients Attended at a University Hospital in Minas Gerais
1. Summary Lead is a heavy metal that has been used since ancient times, including in the production of wine with the aim of sweetening and reducing acidity. In the 1920s, this compound was added to gasoline, believing that it would result in better functioning of the automobile engine.
Amphetamine Induced Reverse Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy: Case Report and Review of Literature
1. Abstract Takotsubo cardiomyopathy is a clinical syndrome characterized by an acute and transient left ventricular dysfunction usually triggered by an emotional or physical stressful event. The hallmark of Takotsubo cardiomyopathy is a presentation similar to acute coronary syndrome but with no evidence of obstructive coronary artery disease.
Papulo Squamous Eruptions of Human Penis Four Cases Reported
1. Abstract 1.1. Background: Noninfectious lesions may be classified as inflammatory and papulo squamous (e.g., psoriasis, lichen planus, lichen nitidus and lichen sclerosis et atrophicus).
Idiopathic Ileocolonic Intussusception in the Elderly: Case Report and Literature Review
1. Abstract 1.1. Background: Adult intussusception is rare, in sharp contrast to childhood intussusception. It’s often considered a distinct disease entity from the paediatric intussusception because of dissimilarities in the aetiology, clinical presentation and management options. Operative treatment is mandatory for the management of colonic intussusception in the adult patient as many cases are associated […]
Unveiling The Hidden Hazards: Waterpipe Smoking and Its Impact on Health
Review Use of the waterpipe is increasing daily by all ages and sexes. Since waterpipe smoking came to the west, especially among young adults, it has become a global trend [1].
Principles of Resection for Pancreatic Cancer – Pancreaticogastroanastomosis Experiences – Study
1. Summary Carcinoma of pancreas is also called ductal carcinoma, adenocarcinoma, is the most common type of pancreatic cancer, accounting for more than 90 percent of pancreatic cancer diagnoses. This cancer occurs in the lining of the ducts in the pancreas.
Metastatic Paraganglioma with Fumarate Hydratase Missense Mutation
1. Abstract 1.1. Background: Majority of Pheochromocytoma (PCC) and paraganglioma (PGL) cases are benign without malignant potential but genetic assessment is recommended for all PCC/PGL patients, because of the associated with ig hereditary germline mutations which play a vital role in pathogenesis of tumorigenesis and metastasis.
First Case in Italy of a Patient with Sifrim-Hits-Weiss Syndrome [Sihiwes] Described from an Audiological and Neuropsychological Point of View
1. Abstract Sifrim-Hitz-Weiss syndrome [SIHIWES] is a multi-systemic neurodevelopmental disorder caused by heterozygous missense variants in chromodomain helicase DNA-binding protein 4 [CHD4].